Iowa counties show stark gaps in COVID-19 vaccination
Experts place herd immunity between 70 and 90 percent. Iowa’s statewide fully vaccinated rate is 44 percent, with county rates ranging from 27 percent in Davis to nearly 56 percent in Johnson. Rural health officials cite misinformation and low perceived vaccine importance as factors.
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Iowa counties struggle with vaccine uptake and misinformation
In Van Buren County and Lyon County residents show low full vaccination rates around 31 and 28 percent respectively. Officials cite misinformation and access as barriers while emphasizing trusted sources and local outreach to improve acceptance. National CDC data place 62 percent of those 12 and older with at least one dose, with Vermont and major cities reaching higher milestones.
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Water quality and lakes drive Iowa tourism and ecotourism
The Gazette reports on Iowa water quality affecting outdoor recreation economics. Harmful algal blooms seek to curb state tourism gains, while Okoboji and other areas invest in waste treatment and lake cleanups. Studies link cleaner lakes with higher visitor spending and broader regional impacts.
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